Good morning, Erie.

Working artist Ainsley Kissell provided ceramics tips to ECAT Teen Program students on Oct.

23 at the Erie Center for Arts and Technology (650 East Avenue), offering hands-on instruction in ceramic techniques.

Erie Public Schools launched the Aspiring Educators program, a two year course to prepare future elementary and secondary teachers by having students create their own classroom setup and learn skills such as classroom management and child development.

A $250,000 grant through the Pennsylvania State Education Association partially funded the program—students at Collegiate Academy shared their excitement for the hands-on training.

A government shutdown has stopped November SNAP benefits for nearly two million Pennsylvanians, including over 54,000 in Erie County—state officials said they will work to give out benefits when the government reopens while local food banks prepare to help those facing food shortages as the holidays near.

Candidate interviews with Erie City Mayor hopefuls Daria Devlin (D) and Matthew Thomas (R) aired on the Joel Natalie Show on TalkErie.com on October 24 and 27, offering voters a look at the candidates in alphabetical order.

The profiles were part of the coverage for the 2025 Municipal General Election.

On the weekend, thirty-six LECOM dental students traveled to Pittsburgh to offer free dental care at the Mission of Mercy event, where they performed over 9,000 procedures for more than 2,000 patients who could not afford treatment.

Zumper data shows that median rent in Erie dropped slightly to $1,070 in September from last year's $1,100—one-bedroom apartments stayed at $850 while two-bedrooms edged up to $1,150.

Overall, Erie rental prices remain significantly lower than both state and national medians.

Erie Times-News is running the final Athlete of the Week polls for October with ballots open from Monday (5 p.m.) to Wednesday (5 p.m.).

Fans may email suggestions with the athlete's name and key details of their achievements during that week.

Fans in Erie can vote to choose the District 10 high school football Week 10 top performer until Oct.

29 at 5 p.m. — the poll is hosted by Seaway Window and Allegheny Health Network and highlights players who shone in regular season games.

Harbor Creek boys soccer defeated Cathedral Prep by a score of 3-1 in the D-10 semifinal at Fairview on Oct.

27, which secured their berth in the PIAA tournament - Thanos Valasis and Quinn Brewer gave interviews about the win.

Last week’s heavy rain improved steelhead fishing along Erie creeks.

At Trout Run at Avonia Beach, dozens of steelhead began swimming upstream—while the Fish and Boat Commission prepares to collect them for breeding.

Night Owls Paint & Sip

6-8 p.m. — Deer Creek Winery at Millcreek Mall Complex — Check for ticket pricing — Unleash your creativity with wine and painting in a relaxed atmosphere.

The Music of Billy Joel Featuring Michael Cavanaugh

7:30 PM — Warner Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the acclaimed tribute to Billy Joel by Michael Cavanaugh, the voice handpicked by Joel himself.

Bartender Training Class

6-10 p.m. — SpringHill Suites by Marriott Erie — Costs vary — Gain practical experience and industry knowledge in a hands-on bartending training.

Passport To Paradise Travel Seminar

6-8 p.m. — Diver's World — Free entry — Explore exciting dive trips, travel tips, and exclusive gear deals at a new shop reveal.

Self-Care Workshop: Dry Brushing

10:30-11:30 a.m. — The Park Coffee & Bread Co. — Workshop FREE; donations for Erie Cancer Wellness Center — Explore the benefits of dry brushing for skin, lymph, and energy in a hands-on session.

Get the Led Out - A Celebration of Led Zeppelin

7:30-9 p.m. — Warner Theatre — Ticket price varies — Experience a remarkable tribute to rock legends Led Zeppelin with an unforgettable performance.

Bark Celebration 2025

6-9:30 p.m. — Concourse of Union Station Catering — $65/person — Celebrate all things dog with a buffet dinner, live music, and a gift auction.

Barrie Colts vs Erie Otters

7:00–8:30 p.m. — Erie Insurance Arena — Stream on FloHockey — Don't miss the action as the Colts take on the Otters in this exciting hockey showdown.

Flicker // Fade Live Emo Night

5-10 p.m. — BIGBAR — 21+ only — Experience the best of Emo and Pop-Punk music live in Erie this Saturday night.

ERC Turkey Trot

7:30-10:30 a.m. — Presque Isle: Beach #1 — Registration required — Enjoy classic 5k and 10k races to burn calories before Thanksgiving dinner.